D.C. Metro

Digital Cable TV

Let RCN entertain you with the very best in digital TV in the DC Metro area. RCN is dedicated to providing a crystal-clear picture, a huge selection of programs and channels while giving you complete control over your programming. Read More...

Our fiber-optic network delivers 100% Digital TV, for a strong signal and clear picture, and we offer a large selection of HD channels, so you can enjoy everything you love in ultra-vivid detail. RCN is also DC's exclusive provider of TiVo Premiere, the most advanced DVR on the planet, so you can experience even more from your digital TV. Record and replay your shows in multiple rooms, put them on your mobile devices when you're on the go, program remotely and have total control over your viewing experience. Plus connect to the web to watch YouTube, listen to Pandora and more. You can also access a variety of programming whenever you want with our extensive Video On Demand library. Whatever keeps you entertained; with RCN the options are limitless.

Why Choose RCN Over Other Cable Companies in DC?

When it comes to your televison viewing experience, RCN understands DC residents are tired of over-priced cable services that fail to deliver even the most basic digital cable features. We know you don't want services from one of the cheap cable companies in Washington DC. We hear you when you say you want quality programming and affordable cable services, and we don't blame you. Like a good candidate trying to win your vote, we are prepared to give it to you straight. When asked, "Why choose RCN for cable service in my area?" The answer is simple: We are the cable company Washington DC customers can count on for great cable packages, fair pricing, and premium features.

HD/DVR Cable Service - Premium Features

Basic RCN Washington DC's cable service includes a digital converter box that allows you to explore hundreds of popular digital cable channels. Whatever your viewing pleasure, we have the programming you want, and more. Order Signature Digital Cable to get 207 digital channels, and get 297 digital channels with Premier Digital Cable. Washington DC residents who choose RCN cable service can access high-definition programming with an upgrade to an HD converter box. Our cable service in Washington DC has 75 of the most popular HD channels. Get the most from your high-definition television cable service bu adding our HD Expanded Pack for access to even more of your favorite HD channels. And for our customers who like to take control over their TV viewing experience, we have cable television service plans that include an upgrade to an HD/DVR converter box. With our cable service, you can benefit from HD Video On Demand programming, access to order HD On Demand movies, and many more HD movies on high-definition Premium Movie Channels.

RCN Cable Provider is Ahead of the Rest

Why choose cable deals from RCN when there are so many other cable providers in Washington DC? Again, the answer is pretty simple: Only RCN gets you exclusive access to the latest and greatest in DVR technology - TiVo Premiere. Rewind, fast-forward, or pause any selected program for live or later viewing. Now, TiVo® Premiere is a bigger and better with up to 45 hours of HD programming recording capacity and remote access to recording controls through your mobile device. With exclusive access to TiVo Premiere, only RCN customers have the technological capacity to record multiple shows while watching a previously recorded show. With all of these wonderful features at your fingertips, when your brother or best friend ask you, "Where can I get quality cable in my area that agrees with my budget?" you can tell him the answer is crystal clear - RCN Washington outshines cheap cable companies in all categories.

Premier High-Definition Cable Service

Our Washington DC area cable company serves our customers with quality high definition programming so you experience theater quality picture clarity and sound. With RCN Washington DC digital cable, 75 HD channels are free with our Premier Digital Cable services. See colors and visual effects you never imagined from the TV in your living room. Get up close and personal with characters on the screen. Become a are part of the conversation between the President and his Cabinet members during a West Wing TV marathon on Bravo. Get access to even more HD channels and programming with our HD Expanded Pack including the hottest Movie Channels in high-definition for your viewing pleasure.

Movie and Cable Sports Packages

One of the ways we achieve consistent customer satisfaction is through our affordable Premiere Packs. Whether you are into movies, sports, or international affairs, our Washington DC cable services can give you what you need. Whether you prefer news and information or movies and entertainment, our company is the Washington DC cable provider with television choices galore. Follow U.S politics with CNN. Watch a tear-jerker on TLC. Laugh until you cry watching Comedy Central. Choose one of our RCN Washington DC Cable Service Premiere Packs which include premium cable channels including HBO®, Showtime®, Starz®, Cinemax®, and more. Sports fans, we did not forget about you! Follow your Washington Wizards players and stats with NBA League Pass®, ESPN Full Court. Get your fill of games and analysis with our cable Sports Premier Packs including MLB Extra Innings®, NHL® Center Ice®, MLS Direct Kick and more. Combine a Sports Premier Pack with our expanded capacity HD/DVR converter box to never again miss the end of a must-see game that went into overtime. Unlike many other providers of cable in Washington DC, RCN's cable service includes a number of premium international channels featuring languages and news from around the globe. Become a better citizen of the world. Stay connected to events and programming from more than 24 countries in more than 14 languages including Chinese, French, Spanish, Russian, Arabic and more. Get information directly from the source with digital cable in the Washington DC area using RCN's Global Passport.

Video On Demand & Pay Per View

While other Washington DC-area cable companies carry On Demand features, none are as comprehensive as ours. Our Video On Demand Packages include free and unlimited access to thousands of hours of programming with highlighted content from ABC, Discovery Channel, and Disney Networks On Demand and more. Through digital cable service, Washington DC RCN customers can pause, rewind and fast-forward Video On Demand Movies even without without a DVR and instantly gain unlimited access to thousands of hours of popular programming that can be watched whenever it is convenient for you. And with an HD and HD/DVR converter box, you can be the captain of your home entertainment experience with brilliant colors, details, and sound choosing from our hundreds of HD On Demand offerings.

Using our Pay Per View feature is easy to do. Watch boxing, wrestling, ultimate fighting, concerts and more without having to maneuver in a crowd. Access our library of adult programming when the time is right. To order, simply click on the "PPV" button on your remote, browse the "Events" folder, and view chosen programming live or on our replay schedule. Never miss an important Pay Per View program by checking out our monthly features and upcoming events calendar on our website.

Bundle Your RCN Services and Save

In the end, RCN is committed to bringing you cable deals unparalleled by competing Washington DC-area cable companies. And now, we are also making it easy to save even more money. RCN offers a wide range of bundles and because we are confident you will love our services and savings, RCN gives you a 3-year price guarantee with no contract required. Answer the question "Who has the best digital cable service in my area?" once and for all. Get in on affordable high-speed Internet, digital cable deals and home phone services from RCN Washington DC Metro.

Get The Channels You Want And The Ones You Really, Really Want

Watch movies, sports, news, kid's shows and more with all-digital channels, included high-definition programming and free Video ON DEMAND. Order Signature Digital Cable and get 270 digital channels or get 305 digital channels with Premiere Digital Cable.

See Colors You Never Knew Existed

Get up to 76 HD channels included in your package and experience your favorite shows in theater-quality picture clarity and sound (requires a HDTV and HD converter box). Get even more high-definition channels with the HD Expanded Pack or one of our Premiere Packs or Premium Channels.

Watch Free Shows Now And Order Movies In Seconds

Get 2,500 hours of free programming like hit movies and TV shows anytime you want – for FREE. Watch entire series with Video ON DEMAND. You can also order movies the same day they're released on DVD with ON DEMAND Movies – many available in high definition.

Feel Free To Bend The Spacetime Continuum

Get the power to pause, rewind and record live TV with DVR. Wow. Nothing gets past you. If it does, you'll just rewind it. Best of all, our DVR converter box comes with a built-in HD receiver. You'll get the same benefits of an HD converter box along with DVR capability.

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*Offer ends March 31, 2015 and is limited to new residential customers satisfying applicable eligibility criteria. Not available in all areas. Not all channels and features are available in all areas. Not all premium channel offers are available with Limited Basic Cable TV packages. Not all HD channels are available with Limited Basic Cable TV packages. Programming, channel location and packaging subject to change. RCN [Basic/Signature Digital] Cable TV service needed to access other levels of service. An HD (high-definition) converter box is required at an additional monthly charge to receive HD Channels. Equipment may be needed for the TiVo Home Whole Bundle; pricing may vary. Leased equipment must be returned to RCN if service is canceled. Prices do not include equipment, taxes, franchise fees or other surcharges. A Broadcast TV Surcharge of $5.98 is applicable to all RCN cable packages with Basic Digital TV Tier and higher, and a Sports Surcharge of $3.97 is applicable to all RCN cable packages with Signature Digital TV Tier and/or Premier Tier and/or Sports Packages/Tiers. An Entertainment Networks Surcharge of $2.00 is applicable to all RCN cable packages with Signature Digital TV Tier and/or Premier Tier and/or Sports Packages/Tiers. Read more on surcharges >>